The most popular food scene is not in Portland, Maine anymore. For fresh creativity in gastronomy, the most ambitious Sous-Chefs de Cuisine are seeking inspiration in Swanton, Vermont. The local cooks in Vermont sure know how to slay from Montpelier to the cities of Windham, Grand Isle and Lamoille counties. And especially in Swanton, Vermont.

If you suppose that Swanton, Vermont is dominated by KFC, Walmart or Subway, then brace yourself to be wowed by the Asian or American fare. For real though: Patti LaBelle can eat somewhere else.

The restaurants may not get much media exposure here. But it is all gravy because Woodchucks can get terrific meals on a working man’s budget. You could be biting into a dish straight from a deep-frying cook right now. Or scooping up fresh corn chowder if that’s your thing.

Locavores can loudly shout that real human beings make all the meals here. And the chefs go organic and avoid GMOs whenever possible. Some are casual in Swanton, Vermont while others are for dressing up to impress.

Every epicurean needs to stumple upon new restaurants so they may find their next food thrill. You will be won over by the initial nibble, hook, line and sinker.